Goa- A Living, Breathing Paradise!

Considered as one of the hottest tourist spots and the beach capital of India, Goa is known best for its beaches, temples along with the rich and vibrant flora and fauna. Goa is located on the West coast of the Indian sub-continent in the region of Konkan and has an essence of still prevalent Portuguese influence. As one of the most developed cities and tourist destinations in India, it witnesses a constant stream of tourists throughout the year, that consists of both domestic and international visitors.

Goa thrives on its tourism sector, as it brings in millions if not billions of dollar each year. On an average, Goa handles almost 12% of all the foreign tourists arriving in India. Goa is know for its scenic beauty, as well as breathtaking architecture from the Portuguese era. The people of Goa are some of the most courteous and hospitable people among all other tourist destinations in India. With its architecturally beautiful temples & churches, festivals and rituals, Goa has earned itself as the tourist destination of India, especially in the summer and winter season.

Here are some of the most happening places that you can visit on your trip to Goa:

Panaji: Panaji is the sprawling capital of Goa, that is located on the banks of the Mandovi River. Panaji also houses Goa's administrative buildings, along with various tourist hang-outs, such as, bars, pubs, restaurants and coffee shops.
Vasco-De-Gama: Vasco-De-Gama is one of the few cities of Goa, that has been heavily influenced by Portuguese culture and architecture and it shows in the way the city carries itself. This city is named after the legendary Portuguese explorer, Vasco-De-Gama, who was the very first foreigner to set foot on the shores of the Indian sub-continent. The lineage this city carries, will transport you instantly to the Portuguese and the electrifying night life of Vasco-De-Gama will pull you back to the modern times.
Ponda: Ponda is known to be the epicenter of Hinduism in Goa. This city has the five most important temples in Goa, along with the largest mosque of Goa. Visit Ponda to see the cultural and traditional side of Goa that would pull you into its surreal aura and leave you mesmerized.

Goa is known for its clean, sandy beaches, vibrant ecology, astounding architecture and also for some of the most hospitable people residing in a tourist destination. The nightlife of Goa is filled with music, dance, fun and elation and one of the most attractive event is the music parties that are conducted on the beaches of Goa. The same musical parties that are conducted at night, are known as 'trance parties'.

It is also one of the most preferred destination of honeymooners from all over the world. Goa acts as one of the most romantic places in the world, with its gorgeous and heavenly ambiance that spreads across the heavens and lights up young hearts as well as old ones with a new vigor towards life.